Inspector, Mechanical - LAWA

VSCE•Los Angeles, CA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Mechanical Inspector will support Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) construction inspection as part of its Quality Assurance & Construction Inspection Division, working across multiple Capital Improvement Program projects. The role inspects airport improvements, utilities, and building and terminal construction to assess conformance with plans, specifications, contracts, permits, environmental documents, work agreements, applicable codes, and project requirements. The inspector reviews construction documents and records work progress, quantities, changes, deficiencies, and safety concerns. Work may be assigned on day, swing, or night shifts and may include weekends and overtime to meet contractor schedules and project deadlines. Successful candidates must obtain a LAWA SIDA badge before their official start. The position requires at least three years of experience performing mechanical inspections for building construction, a current ICC Commercial Mechanical Inspector certification, proof of Cal-OSHA 30-hour training completed within the last four years, and fall protection and harness training. A high school diploma or equivalent is required. The inspector should have thorough knowledge of materials and methods for plumbing, heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration installations, and be able to use project-management and document-control software and electronic contract documents with minimal supervision.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience performing mechanical inspections for building construction.
Current ICC certification as a Commercial Mechanical Inspector.
Proof of Cal-OSHA 30-hour training completed within the last 4 years, prior to assignment.
Fall protection and harness training.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Thorough knowledge of materials and methods used in plumbing, heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration installations.
Computer proficiency to review and use electronic contract documents, including change orders, submittals, and RFIs, with minimal supervision.
Ability to work assigned shifts, which may include day, swing, or night shifts, and modified schedules including nights and weekends as dictated by contractor activities and accelerated project schedules.
Availability to work overtime as required to meet project deadlines and ensure timely task completion is preferred.
Successful hires must have a LAWA SIDA badge before their official start.

Nice To Haves

Current ICC certification as a Commercial Plumbing Inspector.
NFPA 70E standards training completed within the last 3 years.
Journeyman- or master-level plumbing experience with progression into inspection.
Experience inspecting mechanical systems in large-scale commercial, industrial, or public buildings.
Confined Space Entry Training.
Experience overseeing and ensuring code and regulatory compliance on significant construction projects.
Experience working on complex projects requiring coordination with contractors, engineers, city officials, and other stakeholders.
Expertise identifying and addressing deficiencies and ensuring construction meets required standards.
Openness to learning agency-prescribed requirements.
Strong understanding of diverse code requirements, including CBC and CMC.
Excellent communication and time management skills.
Availability to work overtime as required to meet project deadlines and ensure timely completion of tasks.

Responsibilities

Inspect airport improvements and utilities projects for conformance with plans, specifications, contracts, permits, environmental documents, and work agreements.
Conduct daily inspections of mechanical and plumbing systems on building and terminal construction projects and verify compliance with applicable codes and project specifications.
Review and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, submittals, RFIs, and change orders.
Prepare comprehensive daily inspection reports documenting who, what, when, where, and how, including construction activities, progress, issues, deficiencies, and safety concerns.
Verify contractor compliance with local and national electrical codes, including NEC, NFPA 70, 70E, and 72, and LAWA-specific standards.
Track and document time-and-material work, field changes, and job quantities.
Assist in validating contractor progress payment requests against an approved schedule of values.
Support special inspections and testing, coordinating with engineers, contractors, and third-party agencies as needed.
Inspect domestic water and sewage systems; venting, fire sprinklers, and gas piping; HVAC systems; smoke control systems; mechanical ventilation and exhaust; smoke dampers and other fire/life-safety integration; mechanical and plumbing shutdowns and lockout/tagout procedures; commissioning and balancing reports; underground utilities; and fire/life-safety systems including smoke/heat detectors and FM-200 suppression systems.
Perform other duties as required or needed.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance with 100% of employee premiums covered by the company.
Long-term disability insurance.
Life insurance and AD&D.
401(k) Safe Harbor plan with company match.
Generous paid time off.
10 paid company holidays.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for medical and dependent care.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Professional development and continuing education.
Financial Assistance Program.
Monthly phone reimbursement.